Twist and Shout Dress by Peggy Favorite

Twist and Shout Dress

Knitting
April 2012
Aran (8 wpi) ?
18 stitches and 22 rows = 4 inches
in k2, p1 rib; 16 s and 24 r in stockinette stitch
US 8 - 5.0 mm
280 - 700 yards (256 - 640 m)
15¼ (18, 19¼, 20¾, 23¼) inch chest circumference (unstretched)
English
This pattern is available from interweave.com for $7.99.

Interweave SKU: EP6411

Welting and ribbing pull in opposition to shape the pretty, practical Twist and Shout Dress. Smooth washable cotton yarn allows the stitches to pop, while one-piece construction minimizes finishing and makes the dress just as good inside out. (Interweave)

Finished Size: 15¼ (18, 19¼, 20¾, 23¼)” chest circumference (unstretched). Dress shown measures 18”.

Yarn: Plymouth Fantasy Naturale (100% mercerized cotton; 140 yd [128 m]/3½ oz [100 g]): #3794 red, 2 (3, 4, 4, 5) skeins.

Yarn Weight: #4 - Medium

Needles: Size 8 (5 mm): 16” and 24” circular needles.

Notions: Markers (m); tapestry needle.

Gauge: 18 sts and 22 rounds = 4” in k2, p1 rib; 16 sts and 24 rounds = 4” in St st.